Designing the Perfect Open Air Kitchen

When designing commercial kitchens, the layout is broken into ’Äúzones,’Äù and the location of each zone is strategically placed in order to create harmony in the operation. This is ’Äúfunctionality, flow, comfort and convenience.’Äù Regardless of the zone’Äôs purpose, we want to make sure that the zone is ergonomically intuitive, having all the essential operations confined to the zone, and keeping everything in arms reach to minimize steps. Alfresco has designed all of the pieces necessary to create a fully-functional outdoor kitchen - one in which any professional chef would feel right at home.

ENTERTAIN ZONE

Models Shown in this Diagram:

’Ä¢ Bartending Center ADT-30 w/ Serving Shelf ADSS

’Ä¢Storage Drawer AGSD-30

’Ä¢ 1 Door Refrigerator / Keggerator URS-1 w/ Keg Kit

’Ä¢ Countertop Refrig. / Glass Froster ARDI

PLATE & SERVE ZONE

Models Shown in this Diagram:

’Ä¢ Plating & Garnish Center APS-30P

’Ä¢ Warming Drawer AWD-30

’Ä¢ Food Warmer / Server AFW

’Ä¢ 2 Tier High Storage Drawers AGD-2

’Ä¢ Prep & Waste Center ADLXTC

COOKING ZONE

Models Shown in this Diagram:

’Ä¢ SearZone Grill ALX2-42SZ

’Ä¢ Under-grill-refrigerator w/ 1 door and marinating drawers ARFG-42

’Ä¢ Double Side Burner AGSB-2

’Ä¢ 3 Tier High Storage Drawers AGD-3

PREP ZONE

Models Shown in this Diagram:

’Ä¢ Preparation Sink / Hand Sink ASK-T

’Ä¢ Prep & Waste Center ADLXTC

’Ä¢ Totally Sealed Dry Storage Pantry ADSP-42H

Important Points to Consider

’Ä¢ Plan first. Decide what you want to be able to do, how many guests you need to entertain, and how much space you can allocate before you start choosing pieces of equipment and materials.

’Ä¢ Think it through. Enclosures can be nearly impossible to modify once built, so consider all of the pieces you need to create the kitchen you desire. Storage and refrigeration can save you countless trips back and forth to the indoor kitchen.

’Ä¢ Remember the utilities. A modern outdoor kitchen may need 40+ amps of electrical service and over 100,000 BTUs of gas capacity, not to mention water, drains, etc. Hire a professional.

’Ä¢ Remember that your Alfresco dealer is a great source of ideas and knowledge about creating the kitchen of your dreams.

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